I guess my "chick" (aka feminine) side came out after I joined the board. I contacted several members that I had befriended through the forum and gained a great deal of information, support and friendship from them.

I think this worked very well for me and I highly suggest personal, direct phone contacts. I have to agree that a phone support line would probably not work.

Susan I am planning to try to make the walk on the 27th, but can't make a definite commitment. If I know a day or more before, I will let you know or I may just show up and I'll find you.

Jerry